Lactide (L,L-Dilactide) from Mexico
L,L-Dilactide, the cyclic dimer ester of lactic acid, falls under HTS 2918.11.51.00 as 'other' lactic acid esters. Monomer precursor for polylactic acid (PLA) bioplastic production via ring-opening polymerization.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Purity >99% required with melting point specification (95-100°C) for polymer grade
• Declare optical purity (L-form >98%) to prevent polymer quality classification issues